New on Resy: Kismet, Salazar, Trois Familia, and More

Because when Sara Kramer and Sarah Hymanson found a space for their falafel stand, Madcapra, in Grand Central Market, it was kismet, and now their latest endeavor is called just that. With the help of heavy hitters Jon & Vinny, it’s no wonder the industry is abuzz. Enjoy small plates of delicious Middle Eastern-influenced dishes, intended to be shared, in this light and bright Los Feliz locale.

Enjoy authentic Italian fare against an elegant backdrop, on Newport Beach’s Balboa Island. Agnolotti with butternut squash, goat cheese, and amaretti cookies– the secret ingredient of chefs and Italian grandmother’s alike – is just the order for recreating a “Sunday supper” any night of the week.

With its fresh-made sauces and easy atmosphere, this Frog Town outpost is a local’s delight and boasts a varied appeal. From the tacos and char-grilled rib-eye to the signature caesar salad, there’s something for everyone. Add to that one hell of a cocktail range: the “Hot Buttered Rum” is the accelerator to a truly stellar evening.

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Tuck into one of the tufted leather booths for a working lunch or an intimate dinner for two (or six). Boasting a range of greats across the board, from sushi and steak to seasonal fresh highlights, this restaurant is modern American cuisine turned up a notch, Beverly Hills style.

Sean Brock’s former Chef de Cuisine at McCrady’s, Daniel “Dano” Heinz just began a three-month stint at this Silver Lake staple: “La Familia Residency at Trois Familia.” Here, you’ll experience a three-course nouveau American menu – driven by Californian produce – that turns over weekly. Some highlights include risotto with cauliflower, white radicchio, and shallot, and pork with cranberry beans, broccolini, and mustard.